When you buy a brand-new home, the yard is typically unfinished except for the rough grade needed to ensure proper drainage. You may wonder if the home builder is responsible for building a fence along the property line. In most cases, the answer is “no.” Building a fence is a homeowner’s responsibility and is not included in the general construction process of your home.

You as the homeowner are responsible for building the fence on your property after you take possession of the home.

There is an exception, however.

On specific lots bordering a public area such as a park, playground, stormwater pond, or collector roads, the land developer will build the fence along the shared property line. They’ll only build the fence along the shared part of the property line, so you may choose a lot that has a partial fence constructed. You’ll be responsible for completing the fence along your own property lines and those shared with neighbours. There’s no additional cost for the completed portion of the fence; it’s included in the lot price. Read More

Buying a brand-new home is a big commitment, and ideally, you’ll be in your new home for many years. That’s why it’s important to get it right, and you’ll want to be sure you’re in good hands throughout the whole process. 

At Sterling Homes, we’ve made it our mission to provide our customers with the widest selection of top-quality, affordable homes in the best communities Edmonton has to offer.

Let’s take a look at a few of the reasons why Sterling Homes is more than your average home builder.  Read More

Finding a new home with a floor plan and design style to fit your family’s needs is one big step in the process of buying a new home. Finding the right community in which to plant your family’s roots is another. The location of your new home can be the difference between long or short commute times, access to recreational activities, and your family’s overall health and wellbeing. 

Let’s explore some of the amenities to expect as you look for a new community for your family. Read More

So you currently own a house and want to buy a new home. That means you need to sell your current one. There are a few things to consider when buying and selling a home at the same time.

The timeline of buying a new home when you have a current one to sell can be daunting to balance. Selling your old home too soon can result in having to move out before your new home is ready, and selling too late can mean taking possession of your new home while still paying the mortgage on your old one. 

However, there are solutions out there that will help you to handle the task! Read More

While many people love the idea of buying a brand-new home, not everyone loves the idea of waiting several months for the construction process to be completed on a new build. This is where quick possession homes bridge that gap.

Buying a brand-new home comes with many positive benefits. With everything in the home being new, it’ll be a long time before any part of the home needs repairs or heavy maintenance. Since you’re the first owner of the home, there will be no questionable DIY renovations to discover and fix, and everything in and around the home is covered by an extensive warranty program. 

All of these benefits apply to new-build quick possession homes too! Read More

A home is much more than just four walls and a roof – it’s a place where your family will live, grow and spend many of their most important moments. That’s why it’s extremely important to find the right home for your family. 

Choosing the right home means you can look forward to bringing your family closer together. Let’s take a look at the ways a new home can help you do just that. Read More

Buying a new home is an exciting time. It feels like a fresh start with new spaces to fill and more modern features to enjoy. Choosing the right home, however, means considering your needs both for today and for the future. A home is a major investment and it isn’t intended to be for the short term, but that doesn’t mean the home you choose today will necessarily suit your needs forever.

Ideally, you’ll want to stay in your home for at least three to five years to recuperate the initial purchase price and closing costs. Of course, merely recuperating costs is not the point! You’ll also want to build equity that can help you put a larger down payment on your next house or meet your financial goals. Read More

Radon gas is an invisible radioactive gas that can’t be seen, tasted, or smelled, and many homes in Alberta can be at risk. Radon can be found in rocks, natural gas, water, some building materials, and most commonly in the soil underneath your home. This gas is also the second leading cause of lung cancer in Canadians and requires special attention from homeowners and builders to avoid long-term health issues.

Here is everything you need to know about radon gas in Edmonton so you can mitigate risk and keep your family safe at home. Read More

Buying or building a new home is a major investment, which is why choosing the right home for your family often goes beyond floor plans and colour schemes. Many show home features can spark your imagination, plus show homes are always just so beautiful!

But you want to be sure your new home is also built for longevity in terms of building quality, how the home’s design and function will fit your needs for many years, and how the purchase price works within your long-term financial goals. Read More

The overall benefits of homeownership are huge. Of course, there’s the main one of building equity, but another significant benefit to homeownership is in its income potential. By renting out your basement, you can turn your home investment into a profitable asset. Read More

Buying a new home when you have an existing home to sell can create some financial challenges if you don’t have bridge financing in place.

Perhaps your down payment is locked in equity on your current home—how do you unlock that equity to apply the funds to your new home purchase? A bridge loan literally “bridges the gap” between the sale of your existing home and the purchase of your new one. Read More

The CHBA Awards for Housing Excellence competition celebrates the best in Canadian new homes, renovations, community development, and residential marketing. Sterling Homes is honoured to be a finalist for the Canadian Home Builders’ Association-Edmonton Region Awards of Excellence in Housing in the following categories: Read More